NFL positive COVID-19 tests from New Jersey lab could be false
The NFL revealed Sunday that several positive COVID-19 tests were found a day earlier by one of its testing partners. The New York Jets said they had 10 false positives and the Chicago Bears said they had nine.
The NFL revealed Sunday that several positive COVID-19 tests were found a day earlier by one of its testing partners. The New York Jets said they had 10 false positives and the Chicago Bears said they had nine.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: 728 new cases, 6 more deaths reported Sunday
Minnesota health officials reported 728 new COVID-19 cases and six more deaths Sunday. The state has now seen 69,584 cases of COVID-19 and 1,767 deaths.
Minnesota health officials reported 728 new COVID-19 cases and six more deaths Sunday. The state has now seen 69,584 cases of COVID-19 and 1,767 deaths.
Charges: St. Paul man used COVID-19 relief loan to buy motorcycle, pay golf expenses
A St. Paul man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he lied to obtain a loan intended to help companies struggling due to COVID-19 restrictions and used the money on personal expenses including a new motorcycle.
A St. Paul man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he lied to obtain a loan intended to help companies struggling due to COVID-19 restrictions and used the money on personal expenses including a new motorcycle.
COVID-19 in Wisconsin: Total confirmed COVID-19 cases surpass 70,000
Wisconsin moved past 70,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases on Saturday as the state reported 950 new cases and 13 deaths from the disease.
Wisconsin moved past 70,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases on Saturday as the state reported 950 new cases and 13 deaths from the disease.
COVID-19 in Minnesota: 746 new cases, 8 deaths reported Saturday
Minnesota health officials reported 746 new COVID-19 cases and eight more deaths Saturday. The state has now seen 68,867 cases of COVID-19 and 1,761 deaths.
Minnesota health officials reported 746 new COVID-19 cases and eight more deaths Saturday. The state has now seen 68,867 cases of COVID-19 and 1,761 deaths.
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting will be held in 2020
They say “The Show Must Go On,” and while the lights of Broadway are still dim, two of New York City’s most cherished holiday traditions will still be held in 2020, although they will look a little different than in years past.
They say “The Show Must Go On,” and while the lights of Broadway are still dim, two of New York City’s most cherished holiday traditions will still be held in 2020, although they will look a little different than in years past.
As more colleges stay online, students demand tuition cuts
In petitions started at dozens of universities, students arguing for reduced tuition say online classes fail to deliver the same experience they get on campus. Video lectures are stilted and awkward, they say, and there's little personal connection with professors or classmates.
In petitions started at dozens of universities, students arguing for reduced tuition say online classes fail to deliver the same experience they get on campus. Video lectures are stilted and awkward, they say, and there's little personal connection with professors or classmates.
Kentucky Derby reverses course, will run without fans for the first time
The Kentucky Derby will run without fans for the first time, Churchill Downs announced Friday, citing increasing COVID-19 cases in the area.
The Kentucky Derby will run without fans for the first time, Churchill Downs announced Friday, citing increasing COVID-19 cases in the area.
University of Minnesota could push back student move-in dates due to COVID-19 concerns
The Unversity of Minnesota could push back move-in dates for students in the Twin Cities, Duluth and Rochester amid rising COVID-19 concerns for college students.
The Unversity of Minnesota could push back move-in dates for students in the Twin Cities, Duluth and Rochester amid rising COVID-19 concerns for college students.
Movie theaters reopen doors while adding safety measures designed to keep customers safe during pandemic
On Friday, Marcus Theatres reopened its Southbridge Crossing Cinema in Shakopee, joining several theaters across the metro welcoming back moviegoers after the industry was shuttered for months because of COVID-19.
On Friday, Marcus Theatres reopened its Southbridge Crossing Cinema in Shakopee, joining several theaters across the metro welcoming back moviegoers after the industry was shuttered for months because of COVID-19.
Twin Cities YMCAs to offer distance learning program as schools solidify fall plans
As school districts roll out fall plans, more and more kids are finding they'll be starting school this fall the same way they ended in spring: online - at least part of the time.
As school districts roll out fall plans, more and more kids are finding they'll be starting school this fall the same way they ended in spring: online - at least part of the time.
COVID-19 deaths across world surpass 700,000, according to Johns Hopkins
The milestone comes at a time when children are preparing to return to school and COVID-19 cases are surging across the U.S.
The milestone comes at a time when children are preparing to return to school and COVID-19 cases are surging across the U.S.
Kentucky Derby reverses course, will run without fans
The track will refund ticket holders for all Derby week race dates.
The track will refund ticket holders for all Derby week race dates.
Upcoming free COVID-19 testing dates in Hennepin County
Hennepin County is partnering with the Minnesota Department of Health to hold several free COVID-19 testing events over the next few weeks.
Hennepin County is partnering with the Minnesota Department of Health to hold several free COVID-19 testing events over the next few weeks.
Minnesota confirms 15 COVID-19 cases linked to Sturgis
The Minnesota Department of Health has confirmed 15 cases of COVID-19 are linked to Minnesotans who went to the annual motorcycle rally in Sturgis, South Dakota. One of those patients is hospitalized.
The Minnesota Department of Health has confirmed 15 cases of COVID-19 are linked to Minnesotans who went to the annual motorcycle rally in Sturgis, South Dakota. One of those patients is hospitalized.
Minnesota health officials report 835 new COVID-19 cases, 8 more deaths Friday
Minnesota health officials reported 835 new COVID-19 cases and eight more deaths Friday. The state has now seen 68,133 cases of COVID-19 and 1,753 deaths.
Minnesota health officials reported 835 new COVID-19 cases and eight more deaths Friday. The state has now seen 68,133 cases of COVID-19 and 1,753 deaths.
As US deaths mount, virus takes outsize toll on minorities
The new figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlight a stark disparity: Deaths among minorities during the crisis have risen far more than they have among whites.
The new figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlight a stark disparity: Deaths among minorities during the crisis have risen far more than they have among whites.
Metro Transit expanding bus, light rail service on some routes to pre-pandemic levels
Next month, Metro Transit will be expanding service to many of its bus routes and some light rail lines, which would restore service on those routes to pre-pandemic levels, according to Metro Transit officials.
Next month, Metro Transit will be expanding service to many of its bus routes and some light rail lines, which would restore service on those routes to pre-pandemic levels, according to Metro Transit officials.
17 St. Olaf students suspended after attending party that led to possible COVID-19 exposure
The president of St. Olaf College is sharing stern words with the student body after an off-campus party led to possible COVID-19 exposure. Seventeen students who attended the party are suspended for the fall semester, according to an email sent to students Thursday.
The president of St. Olaf College is sharing stern words with the student body after an off-campus party led to possible COVID-19 exposure. Seventeen students who attended the party are suspended for the fall semester, according to an email sent to students Thursday.
Could fans attend Vikings games at US Bank Stadium this season?
Officials with the Vikings say they are coming out with an announcement next week on whether fans will be allowed at games for the upcoming football season, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. A spokesperson for Governor Walz’s office says the administration is in “communication” with teams on what a safe season might look like.
Officials with the Vikings say they are coming out with an announcement next week on whether fans will be allowed at games for the upcoming football season, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. A spokesperson for Governor Walz’s office says the administration is in “communication” with teams on what a safe season might look like.